Beautiful, Simple Fall Scandinavian Tablescape

Fall is in the air...and I couldn't be more excited! As much as I've enjoyed our beautiful summer, for me Fall brings cool crisp days, warm sweaters, apple cider, and beautiful autumn colors. Not to mention my birthday! Around the home it's time to bring out the mums, change up the centerpiece, and add cozy blankets & pillows to the couch. Keep scrolling to read some of my tips on creating an eclectic cozy table setting that won't break the bank!

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Here at WHAT WE MAKE Fall & family go hand in hand. Don't miss out on gathering around one of our tables this fall with our annual friends and family event! Featured in this post is our Reclaimed Wood Plank Dining Table.

FALL TABLE SETTING TIPS:

Grab a modern vase to use as your centerpiece and fill it with fallen branches and leaves. I gathered everything for our centerpiece within in walking distance from our workshop! Florals are beautiful, but they're costly and only last a week or so. This branch centerpiece will last all season and transitions well throughout the season.

Go to antique & second hand stores to find interesting drink and serveware. I've collectected several silver pitchers and these really cool etched goblets that make the table feel eclectic and unique. Don't be afraid to mix new and old together!

SUMMER HAS ARRIVED!

OUTDOOR FURNITURE with INDOOR STYLE

It's that time of year! When we all start to live outside, and soak up summer before the chill of fall creeps in. Ok, all you California folk I know you get to sit on your patios all year long, but us Chicagoans have a window of time each summer to utilize our outdoor space. There is nothing more pleasurable than warm summer nights when kids are running through sprinklers, fire flies are flickering through the yard, and s'mores' are on the dessert menu.

I'm here to share some exciting news! Any piece of furniture on our website can be finished with an exterior finish. Bringing your favorite furniture design outdoors. It's the same high quality, voc-free, oil-based finish we use on all of our products, but it adds exterior protection from all the outdoor elements. Take a look below at some of our current designs that customers have added to their outdoor living spaces.

Console Tables

Utilize one of our console tables as a pub table by adding bar stools beneath. I love seeing one piece of furniture be utilized two ways!

Coffee Tables

Bring any of our beautiful reclaimed wood coffee tables to the center of attention in your outdoor lounge area. We customize to fit any space!

She will be a contributor on our blog giving you the latest and greatest interior design advice. I've known Taylor for 5 years or so...since she started dating my brother (lucky boy!). She is the perfect fit for our blog. She's part of the family, has great interior + personal style, is a wellness guru, & has a kind soul!

For her first blog post she'll be giving you her favorite home trends for 2017. Enjoy!

2017 INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS

Six must have home trends to try right now!

Written By: Taylor White

No color will ever be the new black. Black rules. However, these colors are pretty sweet too…

In 2017, we are seeing the use of a dark and moody color palate, which I happen to adore. Popular colors in this trend include navy, dark gray, emerald and olive green, and plum. Yes, it’s a complete 180 from the minimalist white interiors that dominated your Pinterest feed in 2016, but in my opinion, this new palate is a welcome change that can make your space feel like a romantic, cozy retreat.

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Speaking of dark and moody…

This trend applies to your wood finishes as well. I think its safe to say, we’re getting a little bored with blonde and light grey wood tones. Try adding some dark, warm wood pieces to your space to add depth and sophistication.

Greenery!

I love the idea of having more live plants in the home. In today’s very digital society, it feels good to go home, unplug, and try to get more grounded in nature. I think Pantone was dropping a major hint that we all need to chill out, and appreciate mother nature more when they introduced Greenery as their color of the year. And if you're scared that your lush interior greenery would eventually turn into… brownery, try succulents or climbing plants like ivy, which are notoriously hard to kill.

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Velvet

The 90’s are back, people! And I’m not mad about it. Not only is the 90’s trend big in fashion right now (so. many. chokers.) but it’s translating into interior design as well, in the form of velvet everything. I love the idea of adding velvet to your space, but before your go reupholstering your sofa, try incorporating velvet with accent pillows. It’s less of a commitment, and just as cool.

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What the heck is hygge?

Everybody’s talking about it, and probably saying it wrong. Pronounced hue-guh, hygge is a Danish term defined as, “a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” It is considered a defining characteristic in Danish culture. WOW. Sign me up. You can embrace the concept of hygge by filling your home with plenty of soft knit blankets and textiles, candles, plush rugs, the smell of baked goods and coffee, and by actually lighting your fireplace. The goal is to set the stage for relaxation, and take some time to enjoy and feel grateful for the simple pleasures that life has to offer. Excuse me while I go snuggle with a puppy.

Tips for setting your Easter table

Easter is around the corner! This year we decided to jazz up our rustic Farmhouse Dining Table for Easter Brunch. Follow our simple styling tricks below to get the perfect table setting for your Easter Brunch.

SIX TIPS FOR SETTING YOUR EASTER TABLE!

1. Make a statement with a large centerpiece.

Choose a modern vase with simple clean lines. Add Magnolia branches as we did, or a contemporary floral arrangement.

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